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Course descriptions provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.
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Classes
PUBPOL 1111
Course Description
This course offers a jumpstart for Brooks School students majoring in Public Policy or Health Care Policy to facilitate in planning their college experience. The course will help students develop goals ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
PUBPOL 2040
Course Description
The public sector now spends nearly two out of every five dollars generated as income in the U.S. economy. A thorough knowledge and understanding of this important sector is an essential part of training ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Leung, P
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: PUBPOL 2000.
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Leung, P
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PUBPOL 2101
Course Description
Introduction to Statistics for Public Policy introduces basic statistical techniques used by researchers to investigate social, economic, and political phenomena. Topics include data presentation ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Rich, P
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: Brooks School undergraduates. Other students should enroll in PUBPOL 2100, offered in the spring.
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Rich, P
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PUBPOL 2220
Course Description
In recent years, poverty and inequality have become increasingly common topics of public debate, as academics, journalists, and politicians attempt to come to terms with growing income inequality, with ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: AMST 2225, GOVT 2225, ILROB 2220, PHIL 1950, SOC 2220
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Young, C
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Instruction Mode: In Person
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Young, C
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- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
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Young, C
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- R
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Young, C
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Young, C
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Young, C
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Instruction Mode: In Person
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
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Young, C
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PUBPOL 2250
Course Description
Social Problems in the U.S. teaches students how to think like a social scientist when encountering claims about major contemporary issues. Through readings and assignments, students develop an analytical ... view course details
PUBPOL 2301
Course Description
The pressing issues of our time-from climate change to national security, from immigration to policing, from global economic development to domestic voting rights-are deeply intertwined with public policy ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Avery, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
A portion of seats are reserved for Brooks School first year students. Any remaining seats will open for other students in August.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Avery, R
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Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Avery, R
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Instruction Mode: In Person
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Avery, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PUBPOL 2350
Course Description
This course examines the various stakeholders of the U.S. health care system and how the stakeholders interact with one another. We begin by examining the role of medical care in producing health and the ... view course details
PUBPOL 2370
Course Description
Public policy is a fundamental mechanism for addressing the most vexing and important social problems of our time. Racial inequality and structural racism are chief among such problems. Policy is thus ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: SOC 2370
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Lindsay, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Lindsay, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Lindsay, S
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Instruction Mode: In Person
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Lindsay, S
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Instruction Mode: In Person
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Lindsay, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PUBPOL 3050
Course Description
In collaboration with refugee resettlement centers in New York State, this community-engaged course will explore: the global systems of inequality that produce forced migration; the politics of who gets ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5050
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 3080
Course Description
This course provides an overview of the major programs that make up the social safety net in the United States. We will review the economic rationale behind social programs, identify the economic consequences ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 3250, PUBPOL 5080
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 3110
Course Description
This course provides an overview of the management and policy issues facing the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. This course perspective is global, with an emphasis on the U.S. as the largest ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5110
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 3135
Course Description
This course aims to teach students the basics of global food systems, their governance, and the public policies that shape them across the globe. An emphasis will be put on understanding the interconnections ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5135
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 3190
Course Description
The Nonprofit sector plays an important role in society and makes up a growing share of the U.S. economy. In this course, we use economic theory and econometric tools to examine the nonprofit market and ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5190
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 3230
Course Description
This course is designed to introduce students to important theories, concepts, and empirical findings in the study of aging and policy, giving them a deeper understanding of the issues people encounter ... view course details
PUBPOL 3280
Course Description
Population health focuses on the health and well-being of entire populations. Populations may be geographically defined, such as neighborhoods or counties; may be based on groups of individuals who share ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: GDEV 3280
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 3330
Course Description
This class explores the most pressing legal and policy dilemmas in the field of children's rights. We will take a U.S. and international law approach to major topics including: protection from child abuse ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5330
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
PUBPOL 3360
Course Description
Examines the social institution of the family, challenges to the institution's well-being and stability, and the role of public policy in these transformations. Topics include family structure ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: SOC 3360
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 3380
Course Description
This course is a survey of environmental economics and policy, covering both general models and specific applications. We learn how economists estimate the demand for environmental goods and services and ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5380
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: ECON 1110 and at least two field courses in applied microeconomics from any department on campus. Students should be comfortable following along with algebraic models and graphing in class, as well as applying these tools independently for assignments and the final exam. Calculus is used occasionally but is not required for assignments or exams.
PUBPOL 3400
Course Description
Familiarizes students with the economic analysis of consumer policy issues. Uses the tools of microeconomic analysis to investigate the interaction between government and the marketplace, with an emphasis ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 3610, PUBPOL 5400
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 3410
Course Description
The course will focus on how legal rules and regulations impact consumers in the marketplace. A significant portion of this course will focus on how developments in tort law, contract law, property law, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 3830
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 3520
Course Description
The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) brings both great promise and daunting challenges for the future of humanity. This course examines the impacts of AI from an economist's perspective. ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
PUBPOL 3550
Course Description
The economics of education is about understanding how and why people make decisions to invest in education, the effect of education on long-term social and economic outcomes, the behavior of those institutions ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 3760
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 3560
Course Description
This course introduces students to public policy applications of game theory and market design, including (i) matching algorithms for assignment problems such as school choice, public housing allocation, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5560
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
PUBPOL 3650
Course Description
Unmet health related social needs (HRSN) - such as unstable housing, food insecurity, and lack of reliable transportation - exacerbate poor health. Health care organizations are increasingly screening ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5650
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Carmalt, J
Parker Zielinski, G
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Recommended Prerequisite: one of the following courses: PUBPOL 2350, PUBPOL 3280/5280, GDEV 3280. Application for enrollment required: https://forms.office.com/r/abq7S9e86e.
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PUBPOL 3660
Course Description
In 2008, a new sector of technological opportunities emerged through the advent of cryptocurrency and blockchain with wide-reaching implications. In this course, we will examine the different types of ... view course details
Seven Week - Second. Combined with: PUBPOL 5661
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 3670
Course Description
Introduction to the use of economics as a tool in forming and evaluating environmental policy, with a focus on how economists measure effects of environmental quality and regulation. Topics include: ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 3850, PUBPOL 5970
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 3710
Course Description
This introductory course introduces students to issues and debates related to international migration and will provide an interdisciplinary foundation to understanding the factors that shape migration ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: AMST 3800, ILRGL 3810, LSP 3810, SOC 3820
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
PUBPOL 3720
Course Description
A community-engaged addiction medicine course that draws from experts in the field to address the neurobiology of addiction, risk and protective factors for substance misuse and addiction, barriers to ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5720
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Carmalt, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: Policy Analysis and Management (PAM), Public Policy (PUBPOL), and Health Care Policy (HCP) majors. Students must be present, in person, on the first day of class or will be dropped from the course.
PUBPOL 3764
Course Description
This course covers domestic copyright law, which protects creative expression; patent law, which protects novel and useful inventions; and trademark law, which protects brand identifiers. It also explores ... view course details
PUBPOL 3790
Course Description
No description available. view course details
Seven Week - Second. Combined with: PUBPOL 5790
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 3830
Course Description
Ethics asks what is good and bad, what is right and wrong, what is happiness, and what is the virtuous path? We will explore ethical dilemmas of society, how those questions translate into public policy, ... view course details
PUBPOL 4000
Course Description
For study that predominantly involves library research and independent reading. view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Sections available for all Brooks School professors, students must complete a Special Studies form to enroll. https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/human-ecology-brooks-special-studies-4000-4010-4020. Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 4010
Course Description
For study that predominantly involves data collection and analysis. view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Sections available for all Brooks School professors, students must complete a Special Studies form to enroll. https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/human-ecology-brooks-special-studies-4000-4010-4020. Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 4020
Course Description
For study that involves both responsible participation in a community setting and reflection on that experience through discussion, reading, and writing. Academic credit is awarded for this integration ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Enrollment limited to: undergraduate students.
Sections available for all Brooks School professors, students must complete a Special Studies form to enroll. https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/human-ecology-brooks-special-studies-4000-4010-4020. Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 4030
Course Description
For study that includes assisting faculty with instruction. view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Prerequisite: Students must have demonstrated a high level of performance in the course they will be assisting (or equivalent experience).
Sections available for all Brooks School professors, students must complete a teaching apprenticeship form to enroll. https://experience.cornell.edu/opportunities/teaching-assistant-4980-cals-dyson-and-4030-human-ecology-brooks Upon approval, students are responsible for enrolling themselves with a permission number.Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 4080
Course Description
This course explores social change through demographic methods, addressing how public policies aim to impact societal outcomes-such as reducing crime rates, lowering poverty levels, or increasing voter ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: GDEV 4080, GDEV 6080, PUBPOL 6060
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 4370
Course Description
Health care systems and health policy are undergoing rapid change as medical technology advances and costs rise. Debates concerning the delivery, regulation and financing of health care have intensified. ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 3720, PUBPOL 5370
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 4390
Course Description
No description available. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5390
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 4640
Course Description
Infrastructure provides essential services such as road and highway transportation, ports and airports, communications, electricity, clean drinking water, and wastewater treatment. This course examines ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5340
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 4717
Course Description
The course utilizes discussions, presentations, research papers, and simulations to explore the policy, financial, and business implications, opportunities, and risks, of climate change, specifically the ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5717
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 4960
Course Description
We will learn how to design and advocate for specific state-level public policies by practicing these skills before the legislative and administrative branches of the State of New York. In consultation ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 5960
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Dufresne, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: seniors and juniors. Application required. See https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4ZxK6sABymFppky to apply by 12:00pm on April 30, 2024.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 4980
Course Description
This course is designed to provide students with guidance and resources as they design and conduct their honors thesis project. As part of this process, students will be introduced to a range of topics ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
PUBPOL 4990
Course Description
Provides students with the opportunity to undertake basic or applied research that will be preparation of a thesis representing original work of publishable quality. Intended for students who desire the ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-6 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Carey, C
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Enrollment limited to: Brooks School honors students. Contact brooksugprogram@cornell.edu for more information.
Department Consent Required (Add)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-6 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Niederdeppe, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Enrollment limited to: Brooks School honors students. Contact brooksugprogram@cornell.edu for more information.
Department Consent Required (Add)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-6 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Sassler, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Enrollment limited to: Brooks School honors students. Contact brooksugprogram@cornell.edu for more information.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-6 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Barrett, C
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Enrollment limited to: Brooks School honors students. Contact brooksugprogram@cornell.edu for more information.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-6 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Sanders, N
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Enrollment limited to: Brooks School honors students. Contact brooksugprogram@cornell.edu for more information.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-6 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Tach, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Enrollment limited to: Brooks School honors students. Contact brooksugprogram@cornell.edu for more information.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-6 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Richards, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Enrollment limited to: Brooks School honors students. Contact brooksugprogram@cornell.edu for more information.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-6 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Leung, P
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
Enrollment limited to: Brooks School honors students. Contact brooksugprogram@cornell.edu for more information.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5000
Course Description
This course is for students who wish to conduct independent study under the guidance of a faculty member from the Brooks MPA Program. view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-5 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 5009
Course Description
This course prepares MPA students to enter the job market with the expertise and experience to launch a successful career as well as obtain professional skills necessary to be leaders in the field of public ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
PUBPOL 5050
Course Description
In collaboration with refugee resettlement centers in New York State, this community-engaged course will explore: the global systems of inequality that produce forced migration; the politics of who gets ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 3050
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5080
Course Description
This course provides an overview of the major programs that make up the social safety net in the United States. We will review the economic rationale behind social programs, identify the economic consequences ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 3250, PUBPOL 3080
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5110
Course Description
This course provides an overview of management and policy issues facing the pharmaceutical industry. The course begins with the US market, which is the largest and most profitable, and then explores the ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 3110
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5111
Course Description
This course prepares students to work within government departments and agencies, state and local authorities, and nonprofit public benefit corporations; and with private firms working in the public interest ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5113
Course Description
This course provides an overview of the key management issues facing the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. The emphasis is on the United States because it is the largest and most profitable ... view course details
PUBPOL 5119
Course Description
This course, designed for Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students, focuses on the role of leaders and leadership in public organizations, such as government entities. It is particularly ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5122
Course Description
Public affairs is a field that is heavily shaped by conflict, as well as opportunities for collaboration. Learning how to negotiate conflict and collaboration is therefore essential for successful professional ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Nov 16 - Dec 20, 2025
Instructors
Rivero, T
- S
- Dec 6, 2025
Instructors
Rivero, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5135
Course Description
This course aims to teach students the basics of global food systems, their governance, and the public policies that shape them across the globe. An emphasis will be put on understanding the interconnections ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 3135
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5190
Course Description
The Nonprofit sector plays an important role in society and makes up a growing share of the U.S. economy. In this course, we use economic theory and econometric tools to examine the nonprofit market and ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 3190
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5210
Course Description
The primary learning goals of this course are (1) to understand the core concepts of microeconomics and (2) to develop analytical/problem-solving skills. This course differs from typical intermediate-level ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5310
Course Description
This class is an applied introduction to multivariate statistical inference that is aimed at graduate students with little prior statistical experience, and satisfies the Quantitative Methods and Analytics ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Miller, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: Master of Public Administration (MPA) students.
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Miller, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- R
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Miller, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Miller, D
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
PUBPOL 5313
Course Description
An introduction to statistical methods commonly used in managerial decision making. Topics to be covered include the descriptive analysis of data, inferential methods (estimation and hypothesis testing), ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5330
Course Description
This class explores the most pressing legal and policy dilemmas in the field of children's rights. We will take a U.S. and international law approach to major topics including: protection from child abuse ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 3330
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
PUBPOL 5340
Course Description
Infrastructure provides essential services such as road and highway transportation, ports and airports, communications, electricity, clean drinking water, and wastewater treatment. This course examines ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 4640
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 5343
Course Description
This course is a general introduction to evaluation research for assessing social programs and interventions. The course uses an evolutionary and systems thinking perspective on evaluation. Students will ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5360
Course Description
This course serves as an introduction to the principles and practice of collaborative program evaluation for community-based organizations. This is an applied research methods course in which students ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Corequisite/prerequisite: This is an applied research methods course. Students should have previously completed a research methods course (qualitative or quantitative) at the undergraduate or graduate level, covering key topics in research design, methods, and sampling. Those unsure about their preparation are encouraged to consult the instructor.
PUBPOL 5362
Course Description
This is a hands-on course in spreadsheet-based modeling and data. This course is designed for professionals who have a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel and want to take their data analysis ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Sep 27, 2025
Instructors
Douma, B
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5370
Course Description
Health care systems and health policy are undergoing rapid change as medical technology advances and costs rise. Debates concerning the delivery, regulation and financing of health care have intensified. ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 3720, PUBPOL 4370
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
PUBPOL 5380
Course Description
This course is a survey of environmental economics and policy, covering both general models and specific applications. We learn how economists estimate the demand for environmental goods and services and ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 3380
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Staff
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Prerequisite: PUBPOL 5470 (or equivalent), and PUBPOL 2100 or PUBPOL 2101. Students should be comfortable following along with algebraic models and graphing in class, as well as applying these tools independently for assignments and the final exam. Calculus is used occasionally but is not required for assignments or exams.
PUBPOL 5390
Course Description
No description available. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 4390
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 5400
Course Description
This course is designed to develop students' critical understanding of government policies aimed toward protecting consumers' wellbeing in markets. The course uses the tools of microeconomic analysis to ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 3610, PUBPOL 3400
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 5424
Course Description
This course will contribute to the success of future public and nonprofit leaders by introducing them to a critical aspect of public service management - budgeting and finance. The class covers the terminology, ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Oct 5 - Nov 8, 2025
Instructors
Musell, R
- WF
- Oct 15 - Oct 17, 2025
Instructors
Musell, R
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
PUBPOL 5425
Course Description
This course is designed for students who have no previous training or experience in accounting. It consists of 5 modules: Fundamental Accounting Issues, Financial Accounting Issues, Managerial Accounting ... view course details
PUBPOL 5433
Course Description
This graduate-level course addressing change management processes in public administration is designed for Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students pursuing careers in government agencies, ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Oct 5 - Nov 8, 2025
Instructors
Rivero, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5435
Course Description
In this course students will learn how to develop marketing strategies and messages for nonprofit organizations and how to apply these strategies to the promotion of public policy. Students will understand ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Nov 16 - Dec 5, 2025
Instructors
Cleary, S
- TBA
- Dec 6 - Dec 20, 2025
Instructors
Cleary, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5442
Course Description
The course explores policy writing in its various forms, including: memos, briefs, position papers, op-eds, legislative testimony, formal letters, email, press releases, and social media. While this course ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5444
Course Description
This course explores the functional elements required to design, develop, lead, and manage a complex adaptive organization (CAO) through the lens of Systems Thinking. Students will explore the essential ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Cabrera, D
Cabrera, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
Make-up session. Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5449
Course Description
This course serves as an introduction to systems thinking methods and technical tools in the field of public affairs. Students will develop skills that allow them to understand how to improve their analysis ... view course details
PUBPOL 5455
Course Description
The purpose of this seminar is to provide graduate students with an introduction to the scholarly development of comparative public administration, as well as criteria for comparison in public leadership, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one field studies.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
O'Toole, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one field studies.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
O'Toole, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
Enrollment limited to: Master of Public Administration (MPA) students.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5500
Course Description
With the aging population, longer life expectancies and the population bulge of the baby boomers, serving both the hospitality and housing/care needs of seniors will be a tremendous growth area. The facilities ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: HADM 6033
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
PUBPOL 5543
Course Description
This course examines how health law and regulations affect health care systems so that administrators and executives can proactively plan to avoid pitfalls that impede operational efficiencies, quality ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 25 - Oct 10, 2025
Instructors
Underhill, K
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Oct 10, 2025
Instructors
Underhill, K
- W
- Aug 25 - Oct 10, 2025
Instructors
Underhill, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5560
Course Description
This course introduces students to public policy applications of game theory and market design, including (i) matching algorithms for assignment problems such as school choice, public housing allocation, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 3560
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5563
Course Description
This course provides an introduction to business finance through video lectures and assignments. Topics include basic financial accounting, time value of money, stock and bond valuation, capital budgeting, ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Oct 15 - Dec 5, 2025
Instructors
Tracey, J
- T
- Oct 15 - Dec 5, 2025
Instructors
Tracey, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5570
Course Description
This course familiarizes students with the organizational structure of the U.S. health care system. First, we will talk about the history of U.S. health care and develop an understanding of the financial ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 5583
Course Description
This course prepares students to think analytically and managerially about operations processes, and to use the tools and intuition they acquire to ensure that the operations in production and service ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Santamaria, N
- M
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Santamaria, N
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5619
Course Description
This course will focus on the political aspects of policy making that increasingly influence policy outcomes. Students pursuing careers in public administration, legislative affairs, and intergovernmental ... view course details
PUBPOL 5630
Course Description
This case-based course focuses on the financial analyses that managers in the health care industry use to make strategic and operating decisions. We will begin by examining how health insurers design ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5631
Course Description
This case-based course focuses on the financial analyses that managers in the health care industry use to make strategic and operating decisions. We will begin by examining how health insurers design and ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5650
Course Description
Unmet health related social needs (HRSN) - such as unstable housing, food insecurity, and lack of reliable transportation - exacerbate poor health. Health care organizations are increasingly screening ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 3650
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Carmalt, J
Parker Zielinski, G
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Recommended Prerequisite: PUBPOL 5280. Application for enrollment required: https://forms.office.com/r/abq7S9e86e.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5659
Course Description
When you're at work, you probably interact with employees, clients, and leaders from different backgrounds and cultures. Your Social Style? plays a role in how you communicate and behave in the workplace ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Oct 5 - Nov 8, 2025
Instructors
Mink, B
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5660
Course Description
Examines strategy and design issues faced by health care organizations. Topics include analysis of market conditions, organizational culture issues, development of an organizational mission and management ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 5661
Course Description
No description available. view course details
Seven Week - Second. Combined with: PUBPOL 3660
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 5679
Course Description
This course presents an advanced approach to data-intensive problem-solving using Microsoft Excel. Advanced concepts such as external queries, data tables, arrays, iterative techniques and macros will ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5690
Course Description
Teaches various statistical methods for managerial decision making, with a particular emphasis on regression and forecasting. Other topics include ANOVA, correlation, confounding, interaction, and statistical ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 5700
Course Description
Introduces the basic concepts of financial and managerial accounting with emphasis on health care applications. Explains the measurement system of business operations, business valuation, financial reporting, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5703
Course Description
Health Care Accounting is an introductory analytical course which emphasizes theory and concepts. However, accounting is a technical discipline and some mastery of technique is needed to demonstrate an ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Tracey, J
- W
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Tracey, J
- W
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Tracey, J
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Tracey, J
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Tracey, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5710
Course Description
Explores (1) the theoretical foundation of organizational theory, research, and human resource management with an emphasis on implementation; (2) real-world problems while analyzing, exploring, and discussing ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 5717
Course Description
The course utilizes discussions, presentations, research papers, and simulations to explore the policy, financial, and business implications, opportunities, and risks, of climate change, specifically the ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 4717
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5720
Course Description
A community-engaged addiction medicine course that draws from experts in the field to address the neurobiology of addiction, risk and protective factors for substance misuse and addiction, barriers to ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 3720
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Carmalt, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: Sloan Master of Health Administration (MHA) students. Students must be present, in person, on the first day of class or will be dropped from the course.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5734
Course Description
This hands-on graduate-level course addresses key topics and themes using vulnerability assessment and resilience planning. The focus is on developing innovative policy solutions to prepare for, adapt ... view course details
PUBPOL 5767
Course Description
Cybersecurity is continuously evolving, with new threats and vulnerabilities constantly emerging, making the need to be vigilant in security measures and protocols more important than ever. This course ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Sep 27, 2025
Instructors
Kennedy, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5783
Course Description
This course is designed to make students familiar with comparative health care system analyses. Students learn about basic methodological tools to analyse and compare different health care systems using ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Corbett, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5787
Course Description
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in society, impacting various facets of our lives. As AI technologies advance, the need for effective public policy frameworks becomes ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- M
- Aug 25 - Sep 22, 2025
Instructors
Austin-Williams, L
- W
- Sep 3, 2025
Instructors
Austin-Williams, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5790
Course Description
No description available. view course details
Seven Week - Second. Combined with: PUBPOL 3790
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5823
Course Description
The goal of this course is to empower students with current, cutting-edge insights on the external threats and opportunities presented by technology and insurgent forces in healthcare, and how incumbents ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Murphy, T
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Murphy, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
An optional session will take place Monday, September 16, 2024 from 6-6:30PM.
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.Department Consent Required (Add)
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Murphy, T
- MW TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Murphy, T
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Murphy, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Sloan students. An optional session will take place Monday, September 16, 2024 from 6-6:30PM.
PUBPOL 5848
Course Description
Unemployment is damaging to individuals, families, and society. Governments around the world have attempted to mitigate these harms, in some countries through generous out-of-work benefits, targeted retraining ... view course details
Seven Week - First. Combined with: ILRID 4635, ILRID 6635, LAW 6635
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
PUBPOL 5853
Course Description
Digital transformation isn't just for tech startups. It's a critical strategic focus area for today's leaders - and an initiative necessary for nearly every organization or venture to compete. In this ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Sep 27, 2025
Instructors
Girotra, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5859
Course Description
Even organizations with the best intentions could negatively impact human rights. Has your organization conducted due diligence of its operations to identify potential human rights concerns? Does your ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Sep 27, 2025
Instructors
Mariama-Arthur, K
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5900
Course Description
A special topics course specifically designed for students in the Sloan Program in Health Administration. Possible multiple offerings using adjunct faculty teaching in areas of expertise not covered in ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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Section Topic
Topic: Primary Care Around the World
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 25 - Oct 10, 2025
Instructors
Carmalt, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: Sloan Master of Health Administration (MHA) students or with permission. For enrollment inquiries, contact sloan@cornell.edu.
PUBPOL 5910
Course Description
This course provides students with opportunities to practice project management and research, and analysis skills gained in their previous coursework while conducting projects and developing reports and ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
PUBPOL 5913
Course Description
This course is designed to provide students with an opportunity to expand their knowledge and understanding of the key leadership skills required for success in today's volatile, uncertain, complex, and ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Oct 10, 2025
Instructors
Casey, G
- M
- Aug 25 - Oct 10, 2025
Instructors
Casey, G
- M
- Aug 25 - Oct 10, 2025
Instructors
Casey, G
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5920
Course Description
Combines a professional public affairs externship in a metropolitan area with academic study to provide experience and understanding of the planner's role in formulating and implementing plans and policies. ... view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-8 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5923
Course Description
This course provides students with a framework for critical thinking and techniques that can be adopted by customer-facing employees in any role. It provides tools that can be applied to any situation ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Brownell, J
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Brownell, J
- F
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Brownell, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5930
Course Description
This 7 week seminar course will focus on writing for policy and professional audiences in public affairs. This course is directed toward second-year students in the MPA program who plan to complete ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5933
Course Description
This course is intended to provide future health care leaders core knowledge leading to competencies based on high-reliability principles of operational design and management, team leadership and collaboration ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW
- Oct 15 - Dec 5, 2025
Instructors
Newton, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Synchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5940
Course Description
This class teaches practical skills that will enable students to work with clients in the local community, learn about organizational structure and culture, and gain real-world experience as they complete ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 5943
Course Description
Negotiation is the art and science of securing an agreement between two or more interdependent parties. A basic premise of the course is that while a manager needs technical and analytical skills in order ... view course details
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 25 - Oct 10, 2025
Instructors
Alevas, S
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Oct 10, 2025
Instructors
Alevas, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5949
Course Description
This engaged learning course will connect students to real-world problems in systems thinking, mapping, and leadership. Students will learn about how to apply a range of cutting-edge tools in systems ... view course details
PUBPOL 5950
Course Description
Field Studies are the Capstone for Brooks School Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students. The course is designed to act as an integrative experience combining the competencies and knowledge ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
2 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
Instructors
Lehman, J
- M
- Sep 29, 2025
Instructors
Lehman, J
- M
- Nov 10, 2025
Instructors
Lehman, J
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1.5 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Miller, L
- M
- Aug 25, 2025
Instructors
Miller, L
- M
- Sep 29, 2025
Instructors
Miller, L
- M
- Nov 10, 2025
Instructors
Miller, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Public Administration (EMPA) students.
PUBPOL 5951
Course Description
Students interested in developing administrative and program-planning research skills are given an opportunity to evaluate an ongoing phase of health care agency activity in the light of sound administrative ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Graded(Letter grades only)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- T
- Sep 2, 2025
Instructors
Fabrizio, N
- T
- Sep 9, 2025
Instructors
Fabrizio, N
- T
- Sep 23, 2025
Instructors
Fabrizio, N
- T
- Sep 30, 2025
Instructors
Fabrizio, N
- T
- Oct 7, 2025
Instructors
Fabrizio, N
- T
- Sep 2 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Fabrizio, N
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Hybrid-Online and In Person
Enrollment limited to: Sloan Master of Health Administration (MHA) students.
PUBPOL 5953
Course Description
The course is the first half of the integrative capstone experience combining the competencies and knowledge gained during the first three semesters of the students' time at Sloan and the experiences gained ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-2 Credits S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Sprung, L
- TBA
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Sprung, L
- M
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Sprung, L
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Online
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5954
Course Description
The course is the second half of the integrative capstone experience combining the competencies and knowledge gained during the last two semesters of the students' time at Sloan and the experiences gained ... view course details
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
0.5-3 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TBA
- Oct 15 - Dec 5, 2025
Instructors
Fabrizio, N
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: Distance Learning-Asynchronous
Enrollment limited to: Executive Master of Health Administration (EMHA) students.
Department Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5960
Course Description
We will learn how to design and advocate for specific state-level public policies by practicing these skills before the legislative and administrative branches of the State of New York. In consultation ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: PUBPOL 4960
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Credits and Grading Basis
4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- TR
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Dufresne, A
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: graduate students. Application required. See https://cornell.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4ZxK6sABymFppky to apply.
Instructor Consent Required (Add)
PUBPOL 5970
Course Description
This class will focus on the use of economics as a tool in forming and evaluating environmental policy, with a focus on how economists measure the health and economic effects of pollution and environmental ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 3850, PUBPOL 3670
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 5990
Course Description
Provides students with information and exposure to current and emerging issues in the health services industry. Topics may include financial management of health care facilities, human resource management, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit Sat/Unsat(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- F
- Aug 29, 2025
Instructors
Wang, S
- F
- Sep 12 - Oct 3, 2025
Instructors
Wang, S
- F
- Oct 31, 2025
Instructors
Wang, S
- F
- Nov 21, 2025
Instructors
Wang, S
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: Sloan Master of Health Administration (MHA) students.
PUBPOL 6000
Course Description
Advanced independent study for graduate students approved by the Sloan Program Director. view course details
Project Session Full.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1-15 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 6040
Course Description
Introduces students to theories and methods of data collection techniques such as in-depth interviews, ethnography, focus groups, and surveys as well as mixed-method approaches used in policy and evaluation ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: SOC 6150
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- W
- Aug 25 - Dec 8, 2025
Instructors
Waller, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) students. Master of Public Administration (MPA) students may enroll with instructor approval.
PUBPOL 6060
Course Description
This is the second course in the demographic techniques sequence. It has two foci. First, we will learn the basics of constructing single and multiple decrement life tables, along with extensions ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: GDEV 4080, GDEV 6080, PUBPOL 4080
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
PUBPOL 6090
Course Description
Focuses on empirical strategies to identify the causal effects of public policies and programs. The course uses problem sets based on real-world examples and data to examine techniques for analyzing ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 6590
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 6390
Course Description
This comprehensive course covers microeconomic theory and its application to public policy analysis. Topics addressed include consumer decision-making, the theory of the firm, general equilibrium, welfare ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 6410
Course Description
This course teaches the economic approach to studying risky health behaviors such as cigarette smoking, drug use, alcohol abuse, risky sex, and poor diet and physical inactivity (leading to obesity), and ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ECON 6410
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
PUBPOL 6810
Course Description
CPC's weekly training seminar provides training and professional development to graduate students in demography and serves as a requirement for the graduate demography minor. Includes workshops ... view course details
PUBPOL 6900
Course Description
This course consists of an introduction to policy research and the PhD program for graduate students. Enrolled students will become familiar with: a) current topics in policy research, b) resources and ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
1 Credit S/U NoAud(Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (no audit))
PUBPOL 6971
Course Description
In this course, we will cover topics in public finance and explore how behavioral economics has influenced our thinking and analysis of major questions in the field. We will focus on reading and discussing ... view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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Credits and Grading Basis
3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)